artprize
The Morton Historical Tours @ SiTE:LAB
by (Winslow DiPiazza)
Submitted 09-16-2014 under
Tour GR — Where Past Is Present offers The Morton Historic Tours during ArtPrize 2014 at SiTE:LAB. Let Tour GR take you on an historical journey through the 90+ years of this downtown establishment. The Kent State Bank opened...
ArtPrize continues "Entry for Sale" feature to help move visitors from enjoying to collecting
by (Elizabeth Roger...)
Submitted 09-16-2014 under NEWS
ArtPrize, for all its success, has seen some critique in the past over whether it was actually helping the showcased artists sell their artwork. Last year, a new feature was added to their website and signage to help people easily move from just...
The Rapidian to celebrate five years at historic downtown hotel
by (chelsiewyse)
Submitted 09-16-2014 under NEWS
On Tuesday, September 23 from 6-11 p.m., SiTE:LAB will hold their yearly "ArtPrize Eve" preview of their 2014 ArtPrize artists and their pieces, this year taking over the historic Morton Hotel, some of which has not seen the light of day...
Sustaining a vibrant art community
by (DwellingPlace)
Submitted 09-16-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS
It's easy to see that the art community in downtown Grand Rapids is quickly expanding. Events like Art.Downtown., First Fridays, and ArtPrize have captured the attention of people from near and far to visit downtown and experience art. As...
UICA reveals special preview of ArtPrize exhibit
by (GRCMC Media Ed)
Submitted 09-12-2014 under NONPROFITS
UICA Exhibition Curator, AJ Paschka, gives us a special preview of their ArtPrize Exhibit. Learn about the artists and their works, as well as the collaboration theme, and see how it evolves as you progress through the exhibit. CMC Education...
Go deeper: Community Media Center prepares unique ArtPrize coverage
by (tclinton)
Submitted 09-09-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS
Last month, ArtPrize announced its expanded Critical Discourse series, which includes seven events, talks and panel discussions, including a two-night critique of the pieces making up the Top 20 in the public vote and juried award short lists. The...
Founders anticipates Sunday release of official ArtPrize beer
by (erictank)
Submitted 09-09-2014 under NEWS
Founders Brewing, the official brewery for ArtPrize 2014, has announced this year's limited release that will be offered at all official ArtPrize events and distributed around Michigan, Wisconsin, greater New York City and the greater Chicago...
"Art at The Market" Sept. 20
by (OKT)
Submitted 09-05-2014 under NONPROFITS
On Saturday Sept. 20, the Southeast Area Farmers’ Market plans to host “Art at The Market,” a showcase of local fine artists and their work. The date was chosen to coincide with Artprize as this event is not always...
Catalyst Radio: Avenue For the Arts lining up fall full of activities
by (Catalyst Radio)
Submitted 09-03-2014 under NEWS
Don't have time to listen now? Download the mp3 and listen at your leisure. INTERVIEW In this episode of Catalyst Radio we take a look at the arts activities taking place on Avenue For The Arts this fall. In studio is Jenn Schaub,...
SiTE:LAB to host ArtPrize exhibition preview to benefit The Rapidian
by (SiTE-LAB)
Submitted 09-02-2014 under NEWS
What do you get when you combine passionate people with a common belief and lots of drive? You get the likes of SiTE:LAB and The Rapidian. One is an all-volunteer, nonprofit arts group that hosts temporary art installations in previously vacant and...